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Tudor 1926 28mm AutomaticvsGrand Seiko SBGR299

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1926 28mm Automatic
Tudor1926 28mm Automatic
MSRP $2,400
SBGR299
Grand SeikoSBGR299
MSRP $4,300

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
1926 28mm Automatic28mm
SBGR29942mm
Power Reserve
1926 28mm Automatic38h
SBGR29972h
Water Resistance
1926 28mm Automatic100m
SBGR299100m
MSRP
1926 28mm Automatic$2,400
SBGR299$4,300

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Diameter
28mm
42mm
Thickness
9.1mm
13.1mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
47.9mm
Lug Width
15mm
21mm
Finish
Polished
Brushed and polished
Caseback
Solid screw-down
Solid

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
AR Coating
Inner
Yes
Dial Color
Silver
Black

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
T201
9S61
Power Reserve
38h
72h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$2,400
$4,300

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What people say

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Tudor 1926 28mm Automatic

Owners widely praise the Tudor 1926 28mm Automatic for its refined aesthetic and comfortable wearability, with many appreciating its automatic movement and considering it a versatile everyday watch. Some owners note the date window can be difficult to read, and one owner perceives the 28mm size as looking large due to its small bezel and big dial. On balance, owners rate the Tudor 1926 28mm Automatic highly for its refined design and comfortable wearability.

From video reviewers

The smooth and precise bezel action is a notable strength of this watch. A potential drawback is the use of a third-party movement, which may be a drawback for some enthusiasts who prefer in-house calibers.

Grand Seiko SBGR299

Owners widely praise the Grand Seiko SBGR299 for its striking blue second hand, silver rhodium dial, no-date design, and the impressive 72-hour power reserve, noting its excellent value. The watch's high polish finishing is frequently described as outstanding, akin to a polished samurai sword. Some owners express concern over legibility due to silver hands on a silver dial, though this is not a universal sentiment. One owner reported accuracy of approximately -20 seconds per day, while another found the 42mm case size wearable. The pre-owned price is noted around $3,399.00. Overall, owners rate the Grand Seiko SBGR299 highly for its exceptional finishing and distinctive design elements at its price point.

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